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Neat
A single, unmixed liquor served without any water, ice, or other mixer.
On the Rocks
A drink served over ice cubes.
Muddle
To press the ingredients against the side of the glass to release flavors.
Shaken
Cocktails that are mixed by shaking the ingredients with ice in a cocktail shaker.
Stirred
Mixing ingredients with a bar spoon, typically in a mixing glass.
Strain
To remove solid particles from a liquid, typically after shaking or stirring a cocktail.
Dry
A cocktail with a small amount of sweetness; often used to describe martinis with little to no vermouth.
Back
A small amount of non-alcoholic beverage served in a separate glass alongside a shot of liquor.
Float
Layering a liquor or ingredient on top of a drink.
Garnish
An item added to a drink for decoration or additional flavor.
Chaser
A drink that is consumed immediately after a shot of liquor to minimize the strength of the original drink's flavor.
Well Drink
An alcoholic beverage made from ingredients kept in the bartender's 'well' that are more cost-effective.
Top Shelf
Liquor of higher quality that is typically more expensive, often displayed on the upper shelves behind the bar.
Mixologist
A bartender who specializes in crafting cocktails, known for their knowledge and creativity.
Jigger
A tool used for accurately measuring liquid ingredients when making cocktails.
Virgin
A drink that is made without any alcohol.
Up
A cocktail that is chilled and served without ice, typically in a stemmed glass.
Rim
To coat the edge of a glass with salt, sugar, or another garnishing substance.
Twist
A piece of citrus peel used as a garnish, typically to add aroma and a slight taste to the drink.
Mixer
A non-alcoholic liquid added to a drink in order to dilute and add flavors.
Highball
A type of cocktail made with a spirit and a larger proportion of a non-alcoholic mixer in a tall glass.
Flaming
Setting alight a drink or a component of the drink to create a visual effect and to enhance the flavor.
Shooter
A mixed drink taken in one swallow, often served in a shot glass and contains a high percentage of alcohol.
Build
To make a drink by pouring the ingredients directly into the glass in which it will be served.
Double
A drink that contains double the amount of liquor compared to its standard single serve.
Chill
To cool a glass or cocktail to the desired cold temperature without the use of ice in the finished drink.
Dash
A small amount of ingredient added to a cocktail, often bitters or a similar flavoring agent.
Layer
To gently pour liquids over the back of a spoon or along the side of the glass to create separate levels that do not mix.
Bruise
To agitate a drink, typically with gin, to the point where its natural flavors become dulled or impaired, often due to overmixing.
Dry Shake
Shaking the ingredients of a cocktail without ice, usually to emulsify egg whites effectively.
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